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Volume 2026 ◆ October 9

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For Beginners

Three Thursdays to learn American mah jongg in Oak Brook

A beginner friendly park district course runs October 15 to 29 at the Family Recreation Center.

The Oak Brook Park District lists a Learn to Play American Mah Jongg course on Thursdays from October 15 through October 29, 2026, in Studio C of the Family Recreation Center, 1450 Forest Gate Road, according to its ACTIVE.com listing.

The course is described as relaxed and beginner friendly. It covers tile recognition, the National Mah Jongg League card and key strategies, and the listing says attendance at the first class is required.

The fee is $70 for adults, and registration is online through the listing. OOTT is not affiliated with the park district.

Read more at ACTIVE.com (Oak Brook Park District) →

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A five week American mahjong class for adults 50 and up starts in Columbia, Maryland

Fridays at the East Columbia 50+ Center, October 16 to November 20, for $20.

October 9, 2026 · ACTIVE.com (East Columbia 50+ Center)

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Set Your Rack

A Halloween tournament plays by League rules in Lincoln

The BamBOO Bash sets three one hour rounds on Wednesday, October 21, and costumes are encouraged.

October 9, 2026 · Ticket Tailor (Birdie and the Bee)

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